A beach holiday on a paradise island in the Indian Ocean is equated in luxury and fashionableness with tours to the Maldives or Seychelles. Fans of privacy and comfort fly here, wishing to have a beautiful wedding ceremony or a romantic honeymoon. The green island is also respected by divers, especially since for them the season in Mauritius lasts all year round.
About weather and nature
The island of Mauritius, located south of the equator, has a tropical climate. The weather here is shaped by monsoons, oceanic surroundings and latitude. The air temperature in Mauritius depends on the season, and the thermometer readings range from +30 degrees in summer to +23 in winter. By the way, due to the geographical position of the island relative to the equator, winter falls here in June-August, and the calendar summer begins in December.
The winter season in Mauritius is cool nights and rather warm days with temperatures of +16 and + 23 degrees, respectively. However, a comfortable rest can be hampered by strong monsoon winds and rains, which are more frequent in winter. In September, the dry season begins, the temperature rises to +28 degrees during the day, and the water warms up to +25. This time is most favorable for beach holidays and excursions around the island.
Monsoons and their aftermath
The main rainy season in Mauritius comes in December. It is caused by the next raid of monsoons - winds that form the climate of oceanic islands in low latitudes. In the summer in the Southern Hemisphere, monsoons blow from the ocean and bring frequent and heavy rainfall and high humidity. In December-May, it exceeds 80% in Mauritius and causes some difficulties for those who cannot stand the humid heat.
Diving for five plus
For fans of exploring the underwater world, Mauritius is a real paradise. There are three dozen diving centers on the island that are open all year round. Cyclone seasons at the end of winter and summer are considered not very favorable times for diving. All other months are ideal for hunting magnificent underwater species: the water temperature does not drop below +23 degrees even in winter, and the underwater currents are practically invisible. For divers, the season in Mauritius is determined only by personal opportunities for flying to the island. Everything else is invariably beautiful and exotic at any time of the year. Experienced divers recommend spring and summer, because during this period the largest fish come to the shores of the island.
